20: Why You Need 70+ Christmas Script Ideas

Cara Russell - Why you need 70+ Christmas Script Ideas

Christmas script ideas are hard to come up with. Screenwriter and development exec, Cara Russell offers tips on how to generate more ideas, expanding your producer network and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Learn why you need dozens (70!) of original Christmas script loglines. In this episode, we dive into why you need lots of Christmas Script ideas. Successful screenwriter and development exec, Cara Russell offers tips on generating more ideas, expanding your network through volunteering and industry events, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

She also offers insights on effectively using social media to connect with producers and promote your projects. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your skills, this episode provides practical steps to help you stand out in the crowded Christmas spec market.

Action Checklist: I have 4 items for your action checklist from takeaways my interview with Cara.

Generate Original Christmas Script Ideas

A Brush with Christmas poster - Christmas Script Ideas Cara worked with a writing team and reviewed 70 loglines before finding one with promise. Create a list of Christmas movie ideas and aim to write down new ideas daily, understanding that you may need many attempts to find a hit.

Expand Your Network to Pitch Your Christmas Script Ideas

Cara started by volunteering, meeting her mentor through a program teaching screenwriting to students. Volunteer at film festivals and industry events to connect with producers and expand your network.

Balance Work / Life and finding new Christmas Script Ideas

The Knight Before Christmas - Christmas Script Ideas Maintain a healthy work-life balance by engaging in hobbies outside of writing. Cara emphasized the importance of staying present and enjoying the journey while balancing a full-time job to relieve financial pressure. Her advice to her younger self is to focus on the dream.

Connect with Producers on Social Media

Use social media to share your projects and engage with industry professionals. Build genuine connections by discussing their posts and avoid spamming producers with script requests.

The Christmas Movie Screenwriter Podcast – Episode 20
Cara Russell, Screenwriter & Development Executive
Show Notes

HOST: Caryn McCann

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